Tasmanian Men's Sheds Association Grants Program

The Tasmanian Men's Shed Association

The Tasmanian Men’s Shed Association (TMSA) is the peak body for Men’s Shed in Tasmania. The TMSA currently represents 73 Sheds, which collectively have over 3,000 members. Men’s Sheds provide a vital role supporting the health and wellbeing of members by reducing social isolation, encouraging participation, and sharing experiences and expertise in a safe environment.

(See the Tasmanian Men's Shed Association's website for details about Men's Sheds in Tasmania including information about how to start up a Men's Shed in your area).

TMSA Grants Program 2025-26

The TMSA Grants Program 2025-26 supports:

• Men’s health and wellbeing, including mental health initiatives
• The purchase of new tools, equipment or machinery
• Men's Shed member training and education
• Initiatives delivered by Men's Sheds that benefit the broader community.

The total funding pool was $175,000.

The maximum amount of funding that an eligible Men’s Shed could apply for through the Grants Program was $15,000.

PLEASE NOTE: Capital works were not eligible under this Grants Program:

• Eligible Men’s Sheds could apply for both the TMSA Grants Program 2025-26 and the Tasmanian Men’s Shed Capital Investment Grants Program 2025-26.
• To learn more about the Tasmanian Men’s Shed Capital Investment Grants Program 2025-26, please visit here.